SCB Bulletin Board Tag: field

smarkos on "Job: Public Programs Coordinator, Berkeley"

smarkos — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 11:36:41 +0000

JOB POSTING: Coordinator of Public Programs

This exciting position has independent programmatic responsibility for the development and implementation of 25+ weekend workshops each season (predominantly between March and August). Chooses scientific course topics, appropriate instructors, and field locations for 20-25 weekend workshops that are conducted on botanical and ecological subjects at locations throughout the state. Administers the program according to policies set by UC Berkeley. Ensures fiscal success of the public program. Conducts all aspects of administration needed to implement the public programs. Other responsibilities include desktop publishing, community building, and fundraising.

Interested applicants, please see application under UC Berkeley job # 008989. Ideal start date, November 15, 2008

For more information and a copy of the full job description, please contact Staci Markos (smarkos@berkeley.edu) 510-643-7008.

StaciMarkos on "Desert Mountains Workshop"

StaciMarkos — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 10:43:53 +0000

This workshop will focus on the field identification of both common and rare species. The Granite Mountains Desert Research Center will serve as our homebase from which to explore the sky islands of the Mojave. We will travel up to 100 miles each day and hikes will be moderately strenuous. We will be collecting in the field and evenings will be spent identifying collections and preparing herbarium specimens at the research center.

Course fee ($450/$475) includes accommodations, meals, and transportation for the duration of the workshop. Camping will be at a private campground with a pit toilet and stored water.

http://ucjeps.berkeley.edu/workshops/2008/index.html

Contact: Anna Larsen (alrsen@berkeley.edu; 510-643-7008)

Anonymous on "Full-time field botanist needed in Riverside County"

Anonymous — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 15:02:47 +0000

Description
The Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) Biological Monitoring Program is seeking a field biologist to assist with rare plant surveys in western Riverside County, California. We are seeking staff for our plant field crew to conduct surveys for sensitive plant species in a variety of habitats throughout the county. The hired biologist will work under the direction of the Botany Program Lead. Depending on workload and prior experience, the hired crew may have the opportunity to develop skills pertaining to ArcGIS, database management, herbarium preparation, and other office functions. Additionally, as time allows, the hired crew may have an opportunity to participate in mammal, bird, herpetology and/or invertebrate sensitive species surveys as well.

Application Deadline: February 11, 2008

Pay
Salary ranges from $13.00 to $16.00 per hour, depending on experience, paid bi-weekly. Positions are full-time, permanent and include vacation and sick time, medical insurance, and retirement savings plan.

Examples of Duties
Learn to identify common and rare plant species in western Riverside County; Participate in targeted searches for rare plant species; Identify and record information on plant species and habitat attributes associated with rare plants species; Estimate percent cover of plant species using a variety of methods; Gather population information about rare plant species; Prepare maps and assist in planning field surveys; Work in tough, uneven terrain; Deal with both hot and cold environmental conditions; Hike up to 8 miles in a day; Complete assigned tasks with a minimum of direct supervision in a timely fashion. Additionally, field biologists will be expected to operate 4WD vehicles and digital equipment. Biologists will also be expected to carry a 25–30 pound backpack and may occasionally camp in the field.

Qualifications
Required qualifications: B.A. or B.S. in biology, ecology, plant science, botany or related field. Work towards a bachelor’s degree (with biology related course work) and one or more years of field botany experience may also be acceptable.

Preferred qualifications include some or all of the following: experience using a dichotomous key, especially the Jepson Manual, knowledge of Southern California flora, experience estimating percent cover for plant species, one or more years of field experience with plants.

Other Requirements
A valid U.S. Driver’s License and U.S. citizenship, or the ability to work legally in the U.S. (Declaration of Permission to Work form), are required.

These positions are full-time and intended to last at least 12 months. Qualified and interested candidates should email their resume and a cover letter to:

Diane Menuz
hiring@biomonitoringrca.org